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SARS Assistance in Benoni: Get Your Tax Affairs Sorted and Keep Them That Way

A letter from SARS, an assessment that looks wrong, or a return you never filed can feel overwhelming. The deadlines are strict, and small mistakes can grow into penalties and interest. At Accountants On Point, one of the trusted accountants in Benoni, we deal with SARS for you, from routine returns to disputes and tax debt.

We act as your registered tax practitioners, so you don't have to queue at a branch or work through eFiling alone. Most of our work is done online for clients across Benoni, Boksburg, Springs, Kempton Park, Germiston and the wider East Rand.

8 Ways We Help You With SARS

Choose the service you need, or tell us what SARS has sent you and we'll point you to the right one.

Company tax returnsAnnual income tax returns (ITR14) and provisional tax, filed correctly and on time.
Personal tax returnsITR12 returns, IRP5 reconciliation and investment income reporting.
VAT returnsVAT201 submissions, refund claims and correcting past VAT errors.
PAYE returns (EMP201 & EMP501)Monthly declarations and reconciliations for employers.
SARS audit assistanceResponding to audit and verification letters with the right documents.
Tax debt negotiationPayment arrangements, penalty relief and compromise applications.
Tax compliance statusCatching up on overdue returns so your compliance status is in good standing.
VAT registration and reviewRegistering at the right time, or reviewing whether to stay registered.

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Received a Letter From SARS? Do This First

1
Don't ignore it

SARS deadlines run from the date on the notice, not from the day you open it. Note the date and the response deadline straight away.

2
Read what SARS is actually asking for

An assessment, an audit notice, a request for documents and a demand for payment each need a different response.

3
Gather your records

Bank statements, invoices, IRP5s and previous returns. Missing documents are the most common reason responses fail.

4
Choose the right remedy

Depending on the case, that may be a request for correction, a request for reasons, an objection, or a remission request. Picking the wrong one wastes time.

5
Get a practitioner involved early

Send us the letter and we'll tell you what it means, what it costs you, and what to do before the deadline.

SARS Deadlines and Rules to Know

These are the main timelines. Always check your own notice, because your case may differ.

Objection to an assessmentAn objection must be submitted within 80 business days after the date of the assessment, or after SARS gives its reasons if you asked for them. See SARS's objections page.
Appeal after a disallowed objectionYou have 30 business days after you receive the outcome of your objection to lodge an appeal, and a senior SARS official may extend that period in some cases. See SARS on appeals.
Request for correctionIf you find a mistake in a submitted return, you may be able to correct it for income tax, VAT or PAYE, as long as SARS has not verified or audited that period.
Penalties and interestYou must first request remission of administrative penalties and cannot object directly. SARS charges interest of 10.25% a year on late or underpaid tax since 2 March 2026 (see the SARS Budget 2026 FAQ).

For the full process, see SARS's guide on what to do if you do not agree. This page is general information, not personal tax advice.

Common SARS Problems We Solve

Overdue returnsWe file the missing years and bring your account up to date.
Assessments that look wrongWe check the figures and, where SARS is wrong, correct or dispute them.
Audit and verification lettersSee our SARS audit assistance service.
Penalties and interestWe apply for remission where your circumstances qualify.
Money owed to SARSWe negotiate instalments and, where eligible, compromise offers. Read our guide to negotiating SARS tax debt.
No tax compliance statusNeeded for tenders and CSD. See CSD registration.
VAT threshold changesThe 2026 changes may affect whether you must stay registered. Read our 2026 VAT guide.
An accountant to deal with SARSFind out how it works.

Frequently Asked Questions About SARS Assistance

Can you deal with SARS on my behalf?
Yes. With your authorisation we submit returns, respond to letters and communicate with SARS for you, so you don't have to manage eFiling or branch visits yourself.
How long do I have to object to a SARS assessment?
An objection generally must be submitted within 80 business days of the assessment date. If you first request reasons from SARS, the period runs from the date you receive them. Contact us as soon as you receive the assessment.
What can I do if I can't pay SARS in full?
SARS may agree to an instalment arrangement, and in some cases a compromise. We prepare the application and the supporting documents. Read more about tax debt solutions.
Can SARS penalties be removed?
You can apply for remission of administrative penalties. Whether SARS approves it depends on your circumstances and history, so we can't guarantee the outcome.
What if I haven't filed tax returns for several years?
Act as soon as you can. We file the outstanding returns, deal with the resulting assessments and help you agree a way to pay. Read about our tax compliance service.
Do you work with clients outside Benoni?
Yes. Most of our SARS work is done online, so we help clients across the East Rand and elsewhere in South Africa.

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